A campfire ban is currently in effect for this park. For more information about campfire bans and about provincial parks with park closures and campfire bans in effect, visit the BC Parks campfire ban webpage.
Park Info
Located on the remote coastline between Brooks Peninsula and Quatsino Sound on the west coast of northern Vancouver Island, Lawn Point has an appearance much different from the twisted, rocky terrain that typifies this coastline. Lawn Point itself features a large, flat area covered with tall grass, leading back to a significant old-growth forest.
Lawn Point is a popular destination for kayakers, who stop to camp in the wilderness here before exploring nearby Brooks Peninsula. This undeveloped park has no facilities, but does not lack in scenic value, offering excellent views of the coast and Brooks Peninsula to the south.
Park Size: 584 ha (512 ha upland and 72 ha foreshore)
General Visitor Information
Boaters accessing Lawn Point Park should be aware of hazards associated with hidden rocks and kelp beds, particularly in the areas south of Lawn Point.
Bring your own drinking water, as potable water is not available in the
park.
This park is located south of Quatsino Sound on the west coast of northern
Vancouver Island. It can be accessed by land via Port Alice on a series
of Western Forest Products logging roads from the town of Port Alice (approximately
2 hours). Visitors wishing to drive to the park will need to reach Interfor’s
Side Bay Main road and then navigate their way by foot to the park. There
are no marked trails but it is possible for the adventurous to reach the
park on foot. The park can also be accessed by boat from Quatsino Sound
or by launching car-top boats, canoes or kayaks from Side Bay. Boaters
can reference marine chart #3680 (Brooks Bay) for more information on
this area. Nearby communities include: Port Alice, Winter Harbour
Nature & Culture
Conservation - The park protects unique geological and botanical features as well as endangered old-growth forest. Protection of the rocky shoreline and inter-tidal beach is also achieved.
Lawn Point is a popular destination for kayakers, who stop to camp in the wilderness here before exploring nearby Brooks Peninsula. Canoes and kayaks can be launched from Side Bay, just east of the park.
Pets on Leash
Pets/domestic animals must be on a leash at all times and are not allowed in beach areas or park buildings. You are responsible for their behaviour and must dispose of their excrement.
Backcountry areas are not suitable for dogs or other pets due to wildlife issues and the potential for problems with bears.
Swimming
There is no designated swimming area at this park. There are no lifeguards on duty at provincial parks.
Facilities Available At This Park
Campfires
While fires are allowed, we encourage visitors to conserve the environment by minimizing the use of fire and using stoves instead. If you must use a campfire, please practice “Leave No Trace” camping ethics.
Walk-In/Wilderness Camping
There are no designated campsites at this park, however random wilderness camping is allowed. No facilities are provided and no fee is charged. Please practice “Leave No Trace” camping ethics.
Winter Camping
This park is open year round, depending on road access. There is no fee for winter camping.
